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I've yet to try it in heavy rain... I'll let you know if I end up needing a new one! Lol

Hi Chris, Cheers for the info mate. I wasn't sure if it was using the two phones to connect bike to bike. Do you know if you can use bike to bike mode without a phone paired to it?

I'm using my regular tom tom in one of those waterproof handle bar mounted bags, cheap and cheerful solution for me (£15 off flea bay) its the same sat nav I use for the car. Just popped a switched live (so I don't ever leave anything draining the battery) 12v socket under the seat. Works ok for me, obviously don't get voice commands. I don't rely to heavily on it, it's more for when I'm running low on fuel and can't afford my usual convoluted route charting escapades!

Hi Guys / Gals, I've been reading through posts about bike comms as I want to get something set up for touring (bike to bike as opposed to rider to pillion) After reading through posts I've almost handed over the readies (something I don't have much of) for a set of 800m BT Interphone head sets (£50 quid plus post) which seems an absolute bargain. I've heard a few stories of issues but the support for the product seems to be great, in terms of software up dates replacement of faulty units etc. However, I'm a little unsure how its going to work while we're travelling around Europe. I've read other people have used them in France etc but I'm a little concerned as to whether or not I'm going to end up receiving a big phone bill when I get home... I'm assuming that for bike to bike communication you aren't actually making a call just using them as an intercom...? But, is keeping the device connected to the phone and therefore the phone will be on all the time going to cause roaming charges or anything? Last time I was abroad I came home to a £450 phone bill, Not funny! Perhaps I'm being paranoid but if anyone could put my mind at rest regarding the use of these in other European countries and any pitfalls I might need to know about, it would be very much appreciated! Thanks in advance for any help you can offer

Hi Folks, Well here's my 'tuppence worth' in relation to the Honda CB-1 Grey Import bike. I've owned a 1989 model since 2005 and I just can't part with it. Many people confuse the bike on hearing 'no not a CB400..' and quickly assume its the same bike as the very able CB400. The truth is their quite different! The CB-1 (NC27) seems to share far more with the more exciting CBR400. The riding position is quite comfortable, I've ridden from here (Ipswich, Suffolk) to Brands Hatch circuit on occasion with nothing other than the high revs issue to speak of. To be honest the buzz of this motor over 8k is absolutely sweet and a tune to listen to when over taking, those of you when enjoy the note of an engine doing its job would not be bothered. I've got a standard exhaust and air box on mine but I cannot speak for after markets. One issue I've always had with the CB-1 is that I've never been able to get hold of new gaskets for the carbs. Thus they get filled with the dreaded 'Blue Gunge' every so often a bit of it will find its way into one of the jets, thus requiring a carb overhaul. To be honest its never been too much of an issue, a simple job for those who like to get greasey now and then lol (I'd suggest using a heat gun to refit the carb boots and air box) Top speed... wobberly needle 120mph ish, most of the excitement happens after 9k rpm! Best tires I've had on it were Bridgestone Battle axes. Cold starting can be an issue, daily usage will eliminate the problem but if your storing it at all be prepared to 'fettle' for some time before you get it running. I fitted a slightly 'wizzy' headlight bulb which was an excellent addition. I opted to purchase a 'donor' bike. Spares for this bike (excluding consumables) can get quite expensive as its a grey import. If you need to find a spare I'd recommend searching for Dave Silver Honda Spares as he has lots of stock. The donor bike (paid £400 for it) has certainly saved me a fortune over the years. Personally I just can't part with it, a joy to ride such a light bike through the twisties (it leaves my cousins 600 Bandit behind regularly) Currently relegated to a winter bike, but its going no where If your thinking of purchasing one... go for it! If I think of any more info I'll post later. Perhaps another owner will be able to post their experiences...